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Enjoy panoramic views, fishing, wildlife and heritage at St Kilda Pier and Breakwater. Learn about the history, attractions, accessibility and safety of this popular destination.
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March 2024: Majors works are continuing. The outline and timber decking of the 450m new pier is now in place and clearly visible to visitors to the area. Work has progressed well over summer and involved further work on the outer terrace section and construction of the penguin viewing area. Subscribe for updates
This project is set to transform the area into a more welcoming and accessible destination for everyone to enjoy. The new pier design will provide improved public space for more people, improved views of St Kilda and the city skyline, better protection and viewing area for St Kilda Breakwater's Little Penguins, a wider disability compliant walkway,...
This project is being delivered with a $53 million funding investment from the Victorian Government.
2020-2021 - Detailed Design (Complete)February 2022 - Construction commencesAugust - September 2022 – Piling works continue from water and relocation of the foreshore rock groyneDecember 2022 – Continued installation of precast concrete headstocks and deck panels and pouring of the concrete deckAfter years in planning, the iconic St Kilda Pier redevelopment has entered the much-anticipated construction phase. With works starting this week, the anticipated timeframe to build the new pier is approximately 18 to 24 months, subject to weather or technical issues. Work on the new St Kilda Pier will soon begin with the appointment of the lead c...
Department of Transport and Planning City of Port Phillip Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
As part of major works, from February 15 2022, locals can expect to see site establishment near the start of the pier and Catani Gardens. This will involve trucks delivering equipment, the set up o...Learn about the project to transform the iconic St Kilda Pier into a more welcoming and accessible destination for everyone. See the designs, timeline, latest news and how to subscribe for updates.
The St Kilda Pier in St Kilda, Victoria, Australia, is home to a colony of Australian little penguins, the St Kilda Pavilion, as well as the Marina of the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. It was first built in 1853 as a small private timber jetty by the St Kilda Pier and Jetty company, but destroyed the same year, and rebuilt by 1855 as a public ...
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Enjoy panoramic views, fishing, barbeques and penguin watching at St Kilda Pier and Breakwater. Check the latest closures and disruptions due to the redevelopment project.
St Kilda Pier is a historic attraction in Melbourne, offering scenic views and recreational activities. Learn about its origins as a working pier and a breakwater, and visit the restored heritage kiosk.
Mar 2, 2024 · St Kilda Pier and breakwater is famously home to a colony of little penguins, formerly known as fairy penguins. The St Kilda pier is under redevelopment until mid 2024, but after its completion visitors will be able to once again visit the pier at sunset and just after dark, to spot the little penguins.
St Kilda Pier is a Melbourne landmark and has traditionally been one of Melbourne's most popular tourist attractions. Providing panoramic views of the Melbourne skyline and Port Phillip Bay, the pier is a popular destination for strolling, cycling, in-line skating and fishing.
